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Kawasaki Ninja 500 from Japan

The Kawasaki Ninja 500 is a sport motorcycle with a 498cc inline-twin internal combustion engine, known for its aerodynamic fairing and performance. It qualifies for HTS 8711.30.00.90 as a motorcycle with cylinder capacity exceeding 490 cc but not exceeding 500 cc.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Provide CAD drawings or service manuals confirming exact cc; disputes common at 490cc boundary

Include noise emission test reports; exceedances lead to import refusal under EPA rules

For ABS models, note brake system details to prevent part misclassification during inspection